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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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